Stefano Maderno
Stefano Maderno: Bridging Mannerism and Baroque Stefano Maderno (c. 1576 – September 17, 1636) stands as one of the most prominent sculptors of Rome during the formative years of the Baroque era—a figure whose artistic legacy continues to resonate through centuries of art history. Despite scarce biographical details and conflicting accounts surrounding his origins, Maderno’s impact on Italian sculpture is undeniable, primarily cemente…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Stefano Maderno's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Stefano Maderno's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.